CO2 based polymers for a cleaner more demanding world

QPAC® poly(alkylene carbonate) copolymers

QPAC® poly(alkylene carbonate) copolymers are a unique family of innovating thermoplastics representing a true breakthrough in polymer technology. While traditional plastics have been primarily petroleum based, these new materials are derived from carbon dioxide and are produced through the copolymerization of CO2 with one or more epoxides.

The resultant polymers are amorphous, clear, readily processible and have long term mechanical stability. They are also environmentally friendly and consume 50% less petrochemicals, unlike other polymers which are 100% petrochemical based. In addition, they exhibit biodegradable properties.

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Advantages of QPAC® poly(alkylene carbonate) copolymers:

Decomposes/debinds at a low temperature

Virtually no residue after decomposition

Debinds in all atmospheres

Benign emissions from decomposition

Excellent green strength

Controlled debind

Available in a variety of forms

Extensive product line to fit a multitude of applications

Environmentally friendly polymer

Thermogravimetric Analyses

Thermogravimetric analyses in both air and nitrogen show complete decomposition of QPAC®40 poly(propylene carbonate) at low temperatures, heating rate is 10°C/minute.